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http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/06/20070615-5.html
For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
June 15, 2007
President Signs into Law H.R. 1675 and S. 1104
White House News
On Friday, June 15, 2007, the President signed into law:
H.R. 1675, the “Preservation Approval Process Improvement Act of 2007,” which suspends HUD’s electronic reporting requirement regarding filing of previous participation certificates, and eliminates the reporting requirement for certain low-income housing tax credit project investors,
S. 1104, which increases temporarily, from 50 to 500 during each of FYs 2007 and 2008, the number of Iraqi and Afghani nationals who may be admitted to the United States as special immigrants after having worked as translators and interpreters with the U.S. Armed Forces or under Chief of Mission authority.
http://www.wtop.com/?nid=105&sid=1168697
“Tainted Foods Are Daily Problem in Asia”
June 17, 2007 - 4:55am
By MARGIE MASON
AP Medical Writer
ARTICLE SNIPPET: “HANOI, Vietnam (AP) - As Nguyen Van Ninh needles his chopsticks through a steaming bowl of Vietnam’s famous noodle soup, he knows it could be spiked with formaldehyde. But the thought of slurping up the same chemical used to preserve corpses isn’t enough to deter him.
“I think if we don’t see those chemicals being put in the food with our own eyes, then we can just smack our lips and pretend that there are no chemicals in the food,” he said, devouring a 30-cent bowl of “pho” on a busy Hanoi sidewalk. “Why worry about it?”
While the discovery of tainted imports from China has shocked Westerners, food safety has long been a problem in much of Asia, where enforcement is lax and food poisoning deaths are not unusual.”
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https://www.osac.gov/Reports/report.cfm?contentID=69692
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“Increase in Jerusalem Vehicle Hijacking Attempts”
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http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/06/guest_worker_amnesty_program_w.php
“’Guest Worker Amnesty Program’ Would Not Protect America”
By Michael Cutler
(June 16, 2007)
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http://www.washtimes.com/national/20070616-121121-4420r.htm
“House passes security spending”
By Sean Lengell
THE WASHINGTON TIMES
June 16, 2007
Note: The following text is a quote:
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/pa/pa_1161.html
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Office of the Spokesman
This information is current as of today, Sun Jun 17 2007 02:55:37 GMT-0700.
Worldwide Caution
April 10, 2007
This Public Announcement updates information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against Americans and interests overseas. This supersedes the Worldwide Caution dated October 11, 2006 and expires on October 9, 2007.
The Department of State remains concerned about the continued threat of terrorist attacks, demonstrations and other violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests overseas. Current information suggests that al-Qaida and affiliated organizations continue to plan terrorist attacks against U.S. interests in multiple regions, including Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. These attacks may employ a wide variety of tactics to include assassinations, kidnappings, hijackings and bombings.
Ongoing events in Iraq and elsewhere in the Middle East have resulted in demonstrations and associated violence in several countries. Americans are reminded that demonstrations and rioting can occur with little or no warning.
In August 2006, British authorities arrested a significant number of extremists engaged in a plot to destroy multiple passenger aircraft flying from the United Kingdom to the United States. The September 2006 attack on the U.S. Embassy in Syria and the March 2006 bombing near the U.S. Consulate in Karachi, Pakistan illustrate the continuing desire of extremists to strike American targets.
Extremists may elect to use conventional or non-conventional weapons, and target both official and private interests. The bomb attacks targeting buses carrying foreign workers in March 2007 and December 2006 in Algeria, a series of bombings in Thailand in May and September 2006 that targeted commercial and tourist destinations in the far south, and the bombings in the the Egyptian resort town of Dahab in April 2006 all illustrate how terrorists exploit vulnerabilities associated with soft targets. Additional examples of such targets include high-profile sporting events, residential areas, business offices, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, schools, public areas and locales where Americans gather in large numbers, including during holidays. Financial or economic targets of value may also be considered as possible venues; the vehicle-based suicide attack on an oil facility near Mukalla and Marib in Yemen in September 2006 and the failed attack on the Abqaiq oil processing facility in Saudi Arabia in late February 2006 are such examples.
In the wake of the August 2006 plot against aircraft in London, numerous terrorist attacks on trains in India in 2006, the July 2005 London Underground bombings, and the March 2004 train attacks in Madrid, Americans are reminded of the potential for terrorists to attack public transportation systems. In addition, extremists may also select aviation and maritime services as possible targets.
U.S. citizens are strongly encouraged to maintain a high level of vigilance, be aware of local events, and take the appropriate steps to bolster their personal security. For additional information, please refer to “A Safe Trip Abroad” found at http://travel.state.gov .
U.S. Government facilities worldwide remain at a heightened state of alert. These facilities may temporarily close or periodically suspend public services to assess their security posture. In those instances, U.S. embassies and consulates will make every effort to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens. Americans abroad are urged to monitor the local news and maintain contact with the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.
As the Department continues to develop information on any potential security threats to U.S. citizens overseas, it shares credible threat information through its Consular Information Program documents, available on the Internet at http://travel.state.gov . In addition to information on the Internet, travelers may obtain up-to-date information on security conditions by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the U.S. or outside the U.S. and Canada on a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444.
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http://www.persecution.org
Fox website reporting Katusha rockets impacting in N. Israel. Is Hezobollah trying to deflect Israeli attentions from Gaza?
JERUSALEM, June 17 (Reuters) - Two Katyusha rockets landed in the northern Israeli town of Kiryat Shmona near the border with Lebanon on Sunday, causing damage but no injuries, a police spokesman said.
“Two Katyusha rockets landed in Kiryat Shmona, caused damage to a vehicle and roads. There were no injuries,” the spokesman said. “Bomb disposal experts are examining the damage caused.”
http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L17633487.htm
A blessed Father’s Day to all Freeper Fathers and Lurker Fathers.
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Note: The following news brief is a quote:
http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3414107,00.html
Group holding BBC correspondent threatens to kill him
Published: 06.17.07, 21:00 / Israel News
A shadowy group holding a British correspondent for three months threatened on Sunday to kill him, in a video broadcast by the Al-Jazeera satellite TV channel.
A spokesman for The Army of Islam, identified as Abu Khattab, told Al-Jazeera that there was no deal to release BBC correspondent Alan Johnston, and “If the situation gets more complicated concerning us and our group, then we will ingrate ourselves to Allah by slaying this journalist.” (AP)
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Previously...
http://www.internet-haganah.com/harchives/006093.html
01 June 2007
“Jaish al-Islam [Gaza] starts to get the hang of this global jihad thing”
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http://internet-haganah.com/harchives/006065.html
24 May 2007
“Nice sig file”
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http://internet-haganah.com/harchives/006064.html
24 May 2007
“How many jihadis does it take to kill a hostage?”
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http://internet-haganah.com/harchives/006062.html
20 May 2007
“”Kill the Kafr Now!””
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1851768/posts
“FBI Name Check Cited In Naturalization Delays”
Washington Post ^ | June 17, 2007 | Spencer S. Hsu and N.C. Aizenman
Posted on 06/17/2007 12:57:06 PM PDT by 3AngelaD
Note: The following text is a quote:
http://www.defenselink.mil/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=46438
Iraqi, Coalition Forces Detain 52 Suspects, Kill 29 Insurgents
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, June 17, 2007 – In operations throughout Iraq the past several days, Iraqi and coalition forces killed 29 insurgents, detained 52 suspects, and found various bomb-making material and ammunition, military officials reported.
Coalition forces killed 10 terrorists, detained 20 suspected terrorists and uncovered enemy weapons and bomb-making materials during operations targeting the al Qaeda in Iraq network yesterday and today.
Coalition forces captured two suspected terrorists during a raid in Baghdad yesterday targeting al Qaeda in Iraq senior leaders in the city. One of the detainees is allegedly a senior leader in the area who oversees al Qaeda in Iraq operations and supervised several individuals detained in successful coalition operations over the past week.
This morning, coalition forces targeted several buildings near Karmah that intelligence reports indicated were associated with a Libyan foreign fighter involved in suicide bombing operations. As coalition forces approached the first building, seven armed terrorists engaged the ground force with small-arms fire. Coalition forces, responding in self-defense, engaged the seven armed men, killing six and wounding one. The wounded terrorist fled the scene.
Coalition forces caught the wounded terrorist and two other suspected terrorists as they moved from the first building into the second. The wounded individual was taken to a military medical facility for treatment and the two suspected terrorists were detained.
During a search of the area, coalition forces found improvised explosive device-making materials, weapons, and a vehicle containing a heavy machine gun and hand grenades. Coalition forces safely destroyed the IED materials, vehicle and weapons on site and detained another seven suspected terrorists for their involvement with foreign fighters and al Qaeda in Iraq suicide bombing operations.
During another raid today in Anbar province, coalition forces targeted associates of an al Qaeda in Iraq senior leader. As the ground force arrived at the buildings near Zaydon, they awakened three men outside the building. One man drew a pistol while the other two reached for weapons. Coalition forces responded to the hostile threat and engaged the armed men with small arms fire, killing them.
Another armed man nearby moved into a tactical position against the ground force, and coalition forces, perceiving a hostile threat, engaged the armed man, killing him.
Inside the targeted buildings, coalition forces detained two suspected terrorists allegedly involved with the al Qaeda in Iraq senior leader network. The ground force also discovered a truck rigged with wires and other indications of car bombs. An explosives team safely destroyed the car bomb on site.
In Mosul today, coalition forces continued to assault the city’s terrorist network, capturing a suspected smuggler and four other suspected terrorists involved in IED attacks. Intelligence reports indicate the alleged smuggler operated a taxi and transported terrorist operatives, weapons, funds and letters between Iraq and Syria. He is also suspected of involvement in the murder of a female worker at Badush prison in January.
“We are relentlessly attacking the al Qaeda in Iraq leaders and networks that seek to derail progress in the country,” said Lt. Col. Christopher Garver, Multinational Force Iraq spokesman. “Terrorists have no place in the future of Iraq.”
Coalition forces killed four terrorists and detained 20 suspected terrorists during operations around the country to disrupt the al Qaeda in Iraq network yesterday.
Coalition forces launched an operation to capture associates of al Qaeda in Iraq senior leadership east of Fallujah. As they approached the two targeted buildings, three armed terrorists maneuvered into tactical positions against the ground force. Coalition forces, reacting to the hostile threat, engaged the terrorists, killing all three.
Within the buildings, the ground force found several military-style ammunition vests and grenades. Five suspected terrorists were detained for their alleged ties to al Qaeda in Iraq senior leaders.
In another operation in Anbar province, coalition forces detained an individual suspected of making and transporting false documentation for al Qaeda in Iraq leaders and operatives. Coalition forces also found identification-making equipment in the suspect’s house.
In Mosul, coalition forces killed one terrorist and wounded another armed man during an operation targeting terrorist leaders. As the ground force approached the objective, the two armed men engaged the ground force with small-arms fire. Coalition forces, reacting in self-defense, returned fire, killing one terrorist and wounding the other. The wounded man was taken to a military medical facility for treatment. One suspected terrorist was detained on scene for his alleged ties to a newly appointed al Qaeda leader.
Two other operations in Mosul netted four detainees who allegedly finance al Qaeda operations in the area. Intelligence reports indicate three suspects are heavily involved in a network that conducts kidnappings and hijackings to raise money for terrorist activities.
In Baghdad, coalition forces detained eight suspected terrorists for their connection to al Qaeda senior leaders and the Baghdad car bomb network. On site, coalition forces also destroyed one vehicle known to transport personnel and explosives for terrorist activities.
“We continue to assault al Qaeda in Iraq leaders and their associates,” Garver said. “Systematically and methodically, their network is crumbling and their manpower pool is dwindling.”
Elsewhere, attack helicopters engaged and destroyed insurgents attempting to emplace an IED near Muqdadiyah yesterday.
The attack helicopters from 2nd Squadron, 6th Cavalry, 25th Combat Aviation Brigade, observed four insurgents carry a propane tank and begin digging on the side of the road. Two additional insurgents parked a vehicle between the road and the four people digging to obscure the IED emplacement.
Attack helicopters, armed with hellfire missiles, engaged and killed all six insurgents and destroyed the vehicle. Coalition ground forces secured the area and recovered the IED.
In other developments, Iraqi security forces conducted an early morning raid June 15 and detained a suspected terrorist cell leader who is allegedly responsible for attacks against Iraqi and coalition forces in the Baji area. Working on tips from local Iraqi citizens, Iraqi forces raided the target building and detained the suspected terrorist leader without incident. One other suspected person was also detained during the operation. Iraqi forces also seized a computer, several radio and electronic components, six identification cards, two cell phones, and a portable storage device.
An Iraqi citizen tip led coalition forces to two wanted insurgent cell leaders and nine other suspected insurgents, who were captured during operations June 15, near the village of Hawijah, 40 miles southwest of the city of Kirkuk.
The two men wanted for coordinating attacks against coalition and Iraqi security forces and aiding al Qaeda in Iraq were captured by soldiers from the 2nd Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division.
In another operation, Multinational Division Baghdad soldiers confiscated several weapons caches and defeated insurgent attacks in southern Baghdad June 15 and yesterday.
Troops from the 2nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment “Tomahawks,” attached to the 4th Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division, operating in East Rashid, seized several caches containing two PKC machineguns, one RPK light machinegun, 11 AK-47s, four RPG launchers, one SVD sniper rifle, 1,500 rounds of 7.62 mm ammunition and other bomb-making materials. The soldiers are continuing clearing operations in Dora that began in late May.
In West Rashid, several complex attacks on U.S. forces by extremists were defeated.
Troops from the 1st Battalion, 18th Infantry Regiment “Vanguards” killed five insurgents after being engaged with small-arms and RPG fire in two separate attacks June 14 and 15.
“We will continue our efforts on behalf of the Iraqi people here,” said Col. Ricky D. Gibbs, commander of the 4th “Dragon” Brigade Combat Team. “Our soldiers will not be deterred in their mission to provide security and stability to the district.”
Coalition forces attack helicopters, supporting Iraqi army soldiers who were engaged by insurgents, killed four insurgents and wounded three during joint operations with the Iraqi army south of Baghdad June 15.
The insurgents fired on the helicopters as they approached and continued firing as they ran into a nearby structure. One of the AH-64s fired on the structure, destroying it.
Three sniper rifles, multiple hand grenades and black masks were found by the Iraqi army outside the structure.
(Compiled from Multinational Corps Iraq and Multinational Force Iraq news releases.)
Note: The following text is a quote:
http://www.defenselink.mil/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=46442
Afghan, Coalition Forces Detain Suspects, Find Weapons
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, June 17, 2007 – Afghan and coalition forces detained five suspects, killed enemy fighters, and discovered weapons caches in operations in Afghanistan in the past three days, military officials reported.
Afghan and coalition forces discovered bomb-making material and ammunition in a raid on a suspected safe house in the Nahri Siraj district of Helmand province early today.
Coalition forces detained two suspected militants during the operation. Credible intelligence led the forces to the compound, a suspected safe house for weapons and foreign fighter facilitators.
“These operations continue to find and remove threats to the safety of peaceful Afghans and its fighting forces,” said Army Maj. Chris Belcher, a Combined Joint Task Force 82 spokesman. “Getting material like this out of the hands of militants saves lives all over the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.”
The detainees will be questioned as to their identities and involvement in militant activities.
Elsewhere, Afghan and coalition forces killed a few militants and detained three in an operation June 15 against Taliban forces at a compound in the Shahjoy district of Zabul province.
During a brief firefight at the compound, which resulted in the enemy casualties, two civilians were caught in the crossfire and suffered gunshot wounds. A male teenager died from his wound at the scene, and a male child was evacuated to a coalition medical facility to treat his injury. The boy’s father accompanied him to the facility.
“Coalition and Afghan forces strive to avoid civilian injuries and are saddened by the loss of life,” Belcher said. “But, when extremists insist on hiding among civilians, as they clearly were here, they are abusing the kindness of their hosts and putting innocents at risk.”
Coalition forces acted on credible intelligence, which indicated the compound was sheltering local Taliban facilitators of foreign fighters. During the operation, militants fired small arms and grenades at the forces; the coalition forces returned fire, killing the assailants. After the engagement, local villagers confirmed the enemy fighters killed at the scene were indeed Taliban militants.
Once the compound was secured, coalition forces conducted a search and discovered several items of interest, including a global positioning system device, medical supplies, a video camera and two fragmentation grenades.
The detainees will be questioned as to their involvement in militant activities.
(Compiled from Combined Joint Task Force 82 news releases.)
http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/corpaffr/recarapp/2007/20070615e.shtml
CONSUMER ADVISORY
“CONSUMERS CAUTIONED TO CHECK HERSHEY CHOCOLATE PRODUCTS FOR POSSIBLE RECALLED CODES”
Related Alerts: 2007-06-15 | 2006-11-14 | 2006-11-12
OTTAWA, June 15, 2007
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“CONSUMER ADVISORY CONSUMERS CAUTIONED TO CHECK HERSHEY CHOCOLATE PRODUCTS”
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency ^ | June 15, 2007 | Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Posted on 06/17/2007 1:49:17 PM PDT by fanfan
OTTAWA, June 15, 2007
:-)
Smiling at you fanfan.
A blessed Sunday to you.
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